Fundraiser to support people impacted by Belfast riots raises over £150k in a day

Fundraiser to support people impacted by Belfast riots raises over £150k in a day "It has been extraordinary to witness the outpouring of solidarity and support over the last 24 hours." 10:42, 11 Jun 2026 A fundraiser to support people and groups impacted by disorder across Belfast has raised over £150,000 in just one day. ‌ The fundraiser, organised by Anaka Women's Collective, is to support "people who have been attacked, displaced, and traumatised in racist attacks in Belfast ." The funds raised will go to transport, emergency accommodation, and urgent supplies for families. ‌ The fundraising page added: "Any remaining funds will be used to towards sustaining and developing the emergency response and solidarity groups that acted around the clock last night to ensure families were not alone." ‌ Based in North Belfast , Anaka is a women's collective dedicated to empowering and supporting migrant women as they build their lives in Belfast. Areej Farah, Education Support Worker with Anaka Women's Collective, said the disorder has had an "immense" impact on displaced families. "Young people sitting their exams have been profoundly affected: numerous children are missing A-Level and GCSE exams as they are afraid to leave the house after last night’s violence, and others have been displaced and cannot access their school. ‌ “We call upon the Education Minister and Education Authority to reassure these families that – in addition to the fear and stress they are currently undergoing – they do not need to worry about a knock-on impact on their children’s academic standing," Areej added. Chloë Trew, Director of Practice and Participation of Rights (PPR) said the response to their fundraiser has been "extraordinary." She added: " Community organisations, civil society, volunteers and directly impacted people have come together to show each other support and to reject divisive rhetoric. "If the political class showed one tenth of the energy and commitment we have seen from ordinary people, we would not be in the position we are today." ‌ She is calling on police, the Housing Executive, and Communities Minister to do more to support and protect displaced families. Ms Trew added: "While we do not doubt that the PSNI faced significant challenges throughout the night, we were nonetheless deeply disappointed by their response as homes were attacked and families fled in terror. “There are now dozens of displaced families whose houses have been destroyed, with no public response or offer of assistance from the authorities with duties to assist homeless families. ‌ “The Northern Ireland Housing Executive and the Minister for Communities must act swiftly to provide families with emergency accommodation and support and ensure that they are located in reach of their schools, jobs and support networks. “We must not allow the actions of organised racists to win out in their attempt to spread fear, cause harm, and ethnically cleanse entire areas and communities.” You can support Anaka Women's Collective's fundraiser by clicking here. Article continues below For all the latest news, visit the homepage here and sign up to our daily newsletter here.